Post by random_man on Feb 25, 2013 4:16:00 GMT -5

We camped there one year (2007 I think) the trouble is with camping over that side is that the only Stage you are near is the Pyramid.

The other problem with that is that the Pyramid Stage is the busiest/most populated part of the festival as its the biggest stage so the facilities/toilets are not as good and the food isnt of such a good quality/higher priced.

Unless you're meeting people I would just wait until you get there for everything - you may change your mind about where you want to be once your in to the festival

Post by herzzreh on Feb 25, 2013 4:23:43 GMT -5

We camped there one year (2007 I think) the trouble is with camping over that side is that the only Stage you are near is the Pyramid.

The other problem with that is that the Pyramid Stage is the busiest/most populated part of the festival as its the biggest stage so the facilities/toilets are not as good and the food isnt of such a good quality/higher priced.

Unless you're meeting people I would just wait until you get there for everything - you may change your mind about where you want to be once your in to the festival

Which field are you talking about? I'm partial to Kidney Mead simply because it offers easy access to West Holts, Unfair etc. I just wish they would bring back the full Dragon and the other one that was right next to it, name escapes me.

Post by JHOinTN on Feb 25, 2013 5:04:04 GMT -5

Unless you're meeting people I would just wait until you get there for everything - you may change your mind about where you want to be once your in to the festival

Definitely. But I need rest at night; I'm not as concerned about what stage/area I'm near or the quality of food, as that can be remedied by walking Because, really, it seems campsites are for sleeping.

Post by JHOinTN on Feb 25, 2013 5:14:27 GMT -5

There's 800,000 stages!! That's why I wanted more information on the campsites... it seems everyone wants to talk about what stage they are near. Where are the ones that aren't near stages? Are there any? What would be the downside of camping far away from stages (other than walking)?

Post by herzzreh on Feb 25, 2013 5:48:24 GMT -5

There's 800,000 stages!! That's why I wanted more information on the campsites... it seems everyone wants to talk about what stage they are near. Where are the ones that aren't near stages? Are there any? What would be the downside of camping far away from stages (other than walking)?

Walking really.... Don't underestimate the distances. It may not seem far, but when you combine mud, narrow walkways and 10s of thousands of people moving, a normally ten minute walk can take an hour.

Post by herzzreh on Feb 25, 2013 5:53:37 GMT -5

From whats been said so far the late night areas are going to be more spread out around the site this year so, its hard to say where the quiet area's are going to be until the 2013 Map comes out.

You wont have any problems sleeping - just party until you drop! I also found the sound at Bonnaroo in tent only was louder at night that I've ever noticed at Glastonbury.

We have ridiculous noise laws that stop loud volumes at night.

But what I was saying about the facilities is for example when you wake up and you need the toilet - the ones near the pyramid wont be as good and will be a lot busier - or if you need water

But a bottle of fabric softener and a funnel solves the toilet issue.

What really disgusted me in Pennards the last time were the people who had those humongous multi-room tents who dedicated one of the rooms to being a straight up toilet. Not traveljohn or,such area, straight up toilet as in you crap on the floor. Nasty! It seems like some people go completely feral once they're through the gate.

Post by random_man on Feb 25, 2013 6:00:15 GMT -5

Feral peoples toilet habits used to be a big problem at Glasto until the Green Police came about! Unfortunately this year there are no more Green Police so lets hope it doesn't return! I know exactly what you mean about people in there own tent though - disgusting!

Post by herzzreh on Feb 25, 2013 6:04:18 GMT -5

Feral peoples toilet habits used to be a big problem at Glasto until the Green Police came about! Unfortunately this year there are no more Green Police so lets hope it doesn't return! I know exactly what you mean about people in there own tent though - disgusting!

I had a run-in with the Green Police. On Sunday '11 spent too much time bouncing between West Holts and Brothers, way too much time... few cigarette butts (and I'm usually very good about it) dropped on the ground - got shamed.

Post by wregldan on Feb 25, 2013 7:30:29 GMT -5

I know that my plan of action is just to get to the Festival and find a camping spot that isn't in a ditch and is reasonably easy to find my way back to. Noise isn't a concern for me. If I'm tired enough I can sleep anywhere. I have fallen asleep next to This Tent on more than one occasion over the last few years.

Post by herzzreh on Feb 25, 2013 11:33:58 GMT -5

I know that my plan of action is just to get to the Festival and find a camping spot that isn't in a ditch and is reasonably easy to find my way back to. Noise isn't a concern for me. If I'm tired enough I can sleep anywhere. I have fallen asleep next to This Tent on more than one occasion over the last few years.

Well, stop by the Dusthole in Shepton Mallet, that's where I'll be hanging out the night before. Plan on heading out to the car parks around 4-5 in the morning.

Post by JHOinTN on Feb 26, 2013 1:59:04 GMT -5

My ticket balance pay-off isn't showing as a recent transaction on my credit card Trying to decide how long I can stress/worry before I call the credit card company... since I'm at work now, it will probably be lunchtime.

Post by JHOinTN on Feb 26, 2013 2:04:21 GMT -5

I got the e-mail, yes. BUT, it also says that it's not a confirmation that my payment went through. The e-mail states: "For the avoidance of doubt please check your bank/card statement following your transaction to be certain whether or not your payment has been successful. Any transaction that results in a charge back or payment dispute will be cancelled. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have sufficient funds in your account to pay for the tickets. If your transaction hasn't been processed within 24 hours, contact Seetickets immediately. "